Bellingham Senior Center announces events

Monday

Aug 27, 2018 at 4:21 PMAug 27, 2018 at 4:21 PM

BELLINGHAM ó The Bellingham Senior Center, 40 Blackstone St., has announced the following events. For information: 508-966-0398.

Triad: 10:30 a.m. Sept. 6. In concert with the Norfolk D.A.ís office, town businessmen/women, clergy, and police and firemen, the enter hosts a discussion of the latest scams, and programs being offered through the DAís office or through the state. It is a fast-paced, relaxed discussion over coffee and pastry.

Women Who Have Impacted American History: Sept. 6 and 24. Well-known history professor Dr. Gary Hylander is back at the center this month with a look at Ann Hutchinson.

Genealogical Research: Climbing Your Family Tree: 6 p.m. Sept. 11. Edward Phillips, professional genealogist with 20 years experience, will help participants find their

roots. This four-week series will explore family histories, tracing their lineages and discovering ancestorsí unique stories. Cost: $25 for the series. Limited to 10 people.

Diabetes Prevention Program: 1 p.m. Sept. 13. DPP is a lifestyle change program incorporating healthier eating, moderate physical exercise and stress reduction. Participants will find out if this program can benefit them. Beginning Oct. 4, the center will offer a weekly class at 1 p.m. Thursdays.

Senior Breakfast: 9-11 a.m. Sept. 15. Sponsored by the COA and supported by the Cummings family, this free and tasty breakfast is open only to 60-plus Bellingham seniors.

Se Mass Community Concert Band 7 p.m. Sept. 17. A 30-piece band that plays big band songs, show tunes, marches and more. Participants can sign up at the front desk before Sept. 13.

Menís Group 10 a.m. Wednesdays. Group discussion that includes sports, business and politics. Usually around 20 in the group and many are veterans of the armed services.

Mahjong: 1 p.m. Thursdays. Mahjong is a free solitaire game where the player is challenged to eliminate all pieces from the board. Based on a classic Chinese game for four people.

Zumba/Basic: 9:30 a.m. Fridays. Participants can join for this weekly fitness party with a contagious blend of Latin and international rhythms that provides an effective workout. Prepare to sweat.